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We remember Ernest Ralph Morgan Robathan
We remember Ernest Ralph Morgan Robathan
Timeline
Timeline
1868
sibling
Thomas John Robotham
Source:8644994
11th April 1868
1870
sibling
Cordellia Hannah Robotham
Source:8644994
30th May 1870
1872
sibling
George Alfred Robotham
Source:8644994
4th June 1872
1874
sibling
William Henry Robotham
Source:8644994
11th September 1874
1876
sibling
Margaret Ann Robotham
Source:8644994
7th February 1876
1878
sibling
Martha Elizabeth Robotham
Source:8644994
22nd March 1878
1881
location
8 Great Western Terrace, Pontymoile, Panteg, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:8644994
1881 - 1901
1881
sibling
Gertrude Jane Robotham
Source:8644994
7th August 1881
1883
sibling
Marcia Emma Louise Robotham
Source:8644994
19th October 1883
1886
1891
dates
Age 4
Source:8644994
5th April 1891
1901
employment
Shedman. 21 April 1902 apprenticeship - 'Fitter'.
Great Western Railway
Pontypool, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
Source:8644894
27th January 1901 - 18th February 1915
1911
location
18 Victoria Road, Pontymoile, Pontypool, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:8644994
1911
1913
marriage
Ethel Gladys Martha Morgan
Source:8649671
2nd June 1913
1915
enlistment
Devonport
United Kingdom
Source:8644504
18th February 1915
1915
service
Royal Navy
HMS Indefatigable
Source:8644504
25th May 1915 - 31st May 1916
1915
service
Royal Navy
Engine Room Artificer 4th Class
M11897
HMS Indefatigable
Source:6561463
25th May 1915 - 31st May 1916
1916
location
Bryn Cadog, Penygarn, Pontypool, Monmouthshire
United Kingdom
parents address
Source:8644504
31st May 1916
service
Royal Navy
M11897
Source:6561463
1916
death
Killed in Action
Battle of Jutland - sinking of Indefatigable. Body not recovered for burial.
HMS Indefatigable
United Kingdom
Source:8644504
Source:6561463
31st May 1916
burial
Plymouth
Killed as a direct result of enemy action.
Body not recovered for burial.
United Kingdom
M/11897
Source:6561463
Source:8646542
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Ernest Ralph Morgan |
| Initials | ERM |
| Last Name | Robathan |
| Source | 6561463 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Locations
| Address | Country | Type | Date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Victoria Road, Pontymoile, Pontypool, Monmouthshire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 1911 | |
| 8 Great Western Terrace, Pontymoile, Panteg, Monmouthshire | United Kingdom | parents address | 1881 - 1901 | |
| Bryn Cadog, Penygarn, Pontypool, Monmouthshire | United Kingdom | parents address | known 31st May 1916 |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy | M11897 | ||||
| Royal Navy | HMS Indefatigable | ||||
| Royal Navy | M11897 | HMS Indefatigable | Engine Room Artificer 4th Class |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914/15 Star | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agnes Mary Robotham | mother | ||
| Thomas Robotham | father |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas John Robotham | brother | 11th April 1868 | |
| Cordellia Hannah Robotham | sister | 30th May 1870 | |
| George Alfred Robotham | brother | 4th June 1872 | |
| William Henry Robotham | brother | 11th September 1874 | |
| Margaret Ann Robotham | sister | 7th February 1876 | |
| Martha Elizabeth Robotham | sister | 22nd March 1878 | |
| Gertrude Jane Robotham | sister | 7th August 1881 | |
| Marcia Emma Louise Robotham | sister | 19th October 1883 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethel Gladys Martha Morgan | wife | 2nd June 1913 |
Physical
| Complexion | Eyes | Hair | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark | Hazel | Black |
| Date | Height | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1915-07-18 | 5'8" |
Media
Media
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St. Matthew's Roll of HonourLocal parish church - Roll of Honour - (clipped)Contributed by:
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War MemorialMemorial Gates (Italian Gardens) on Hanbury Road, Pontypool. Unveiled - 18 December 1924.Contributed by:
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Great Western Railway Employment RecordGWR enrolment and apprenticeship dates.Contributed by:
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Naval Medals Award RollMedals awarded to Ernest and issued to WW (Widow).Contributed by:
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RN War Grave RollPersonal & military details,cause of death, non-recovery of body.Contributed by:
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Marriage Certificate - June 2, 1913General Record Office - Copy of Marriage CertificateContributed by:
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Pontypool Free Press AccountReport upon death of Ernest appearing in Pontypool Free Press - August 1916.Contributed by:
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Headstone , St Mary's Church, PantegHeadstone on the grave of mother Agnes and father Thomas. The stone commemorates - 'Ernie' who 'gave his life for his country on HMS Indefatigable in the Battle of Jutland, May 31st, 1916.'Contributed by:
Robert244
Communities
Communities
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HMS Indefatigable at the Battle of JutlandMore about HMS Indefatigable at the Battle of Jutland
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KiA and DoW at the Battle of JutlandMore about KiA and DoW at the Battle of Jutland
Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Navy Seamen 1899-1919 | ||
| Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) Casualty Records Transcription | Colin86612 | |
| WW1 Naval Casualties Transcription | Colin86612 |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| NMRN Jutland Interactive Map | Trevor321 | |
| NMRN Jutland interactive map | Colin86612 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
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| Ernest Robotham | Robert244 | |
| Baptism - St Mary's, Panteg (1886) | Robert244 | |
| Royal Navy Service Record | Robert244 | |
| CWGC | Robert244 | |
| St. Matthew's Roll of Honour | Robert244 | |
| War Memorial | Robert244 | |
| GRO - War Deaths | Robert244 | |
| Great Western Railway Employment Record | Robert244 | |
| Census 1891 - age 4 | Robert244 | |
| Naval Medals Award Roll | Robert244 | |
| RN War Grave Roll | Robert244 | |
| HMS Indefatigable | Robert244 | |
| Birth Certificate | Robert244 | |
| Marriage Certificate - June 2, 1913 | Robert244 | |
| Pontypool Free Press Account | Robert244 | |
| Headstone , St Mary's Church, Panteg | Robert244 |
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